Fort Fisher Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Fort Fisher Surf Guide
The pointbreak-like wave that used to make the Cove famous is practically a myth, but when it was on, this wave would throw a reeling left for a couple hundred yards off the First Cove before ending at Federal Point. Now the place works like any other beachbreak. The future of the Cove remains to be seen, but for now, surfers can enjoy the odd swell that dumps in desirable conditions.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All welcome.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Not so bad anymore.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Not too bad anymore.
Spot Rating
Poor
Not what it was in the past but still shows glimmers with the right swell and wind.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Normally not too bad.
Water Quality
Fair
Normally OK but with enough rain or a hurricane it can get pretty bad.
Hazards
Rocks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, SUP, Bodyboard
Access
Plenty of parking at the Fort's three parking lots.
Bottom
Sand and rocks
Best Season
Storm dependent: tropical cyclones in the late summer and fall with frontal activity from late fall through winter into spring.
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